Happy birthday! Michael O'Neill turns 56 today

The iconic and legendary coach turns 56 on Saturday, Jul. 5, 2025.

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Michael O'Neill is celebrating his 56th birthday today. As a number of online tributes attest, he is one of the most acclaimed coaches of his generation.

Popular coach Michael O'Neill has always liked to keep a bit of himself hidden from view. At 56th birthday, he remains a man of many facets.

O'Neill, a cultural icon

Born Michael Andrew Martin O'Neill in Portadown on July 5, 1969, his career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in Irish history. O'Neill's not just a great coach, he's an inspiration, an icon and a successful business man. At this point in his career, there seems to be little Michael hasn't done.

And we've got a feeling the next 12 months are going to be even bigger and better for Michael O'Neill as he promises more to come. After all, he's only 56.

Happy Birthday, Michael, you're the best!

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